He is described as being dark in complexion, of slim build, about 30 kilograms and with dark hair. He is considered small for his age and his height is similar to that of a 6 or 7-year-old.

Police have not yet been able to speak to the boy, but they hoped to talk to anyone who had any information about the boy's movements, including sightings of any vehicles parked near Holme Station Bridge yesterday afternoon or any suspicious activity near Oceanview Heights School and the intersection of Selwyn and Hobbs streets.